Testimonials

Early on a Sunday morning, as I rushed to get things done, I stepped on an uneven surface and with my hands full of things, fell full force on cement, landing on my right hip. I was taken to Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. Dr. Brian Miller was the trauma doctor on call that...

Early on a Sunday morning, as I rushed to get things done, I stepped on an uneven surface and with my hands full of things, fell full force on cement, landing on my right hip. I was taken to Scottsdale Memorial Hospital. Dr. Brian Miller was the trauma doctor on call that day. Before the day was over I had a new titanium right hip. Only later did I learn that I been luckily enough to have one of the best hip surgeons in the Phoenix area perform my surgery. I was given clear instructions on what I should and should not do to ensure a successful recovery. Bring an active person, tennis, swimming, yoga and walking, I was careful to follow the suggestions of when to begin again doing those things I love. My recovery has been complete, I am back participating in the physical activities I love, and I am thankful Dr. Brian Miller was my surgeon.

Ann Lindner

I was brought to Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Emergency Department where I was diagnosed with a displaced femoral fracture. I then underwent a left total hip arthroplasty. Dr. Fishler was outstanding from start to finish. Couldn’t have asked for anything more.

Barbara Barrington

Dr. Fishler was a gentleman and was professional from start to finish.

Ellen Thorpe

Not only did Dr Fishler operate on me for 5 hours; he also repaired my wife's broken femur and fractured heel that same evening. We are both walking less than 5 months after the accident.

Erwin & Kaye Anderson-Smith

Dr. Fishler repaired my hip and I had little to no pain. Thank you for everything Dr. Fishler.

Patricia Baker

Dr. Ortega is a wonderful Surgeon. I had a terrible ankle injury which involved a dislocated tibia and a spiral fracture of the fibula. A plate and ten screws later, I was on track for a full recovery. Ten years later I have no residual pain or disability. I was really af...

Dr. Ortega is a wonderful Surgeon. I had a terrible ankle injury which involved a dislocated tibia and a spiral fracture of the fibula. A plate and ten screws later, I was on track for a full recovery. Ten years later I have no residual pain or disability. I was really afraid that physical activity including running and playing sports would be hindered tremendously but I was wrong! I would recommend Dr. Ortega to anyone not only because of my recovery but because he was very nice and thoughtful. I really felt that he cared about my injuries and about me recovering as soon as possible.

Nikl Shupe

I survived a double hip replacement! After surgery I had little to no pain and was up and walking sooner than I expected. Thank you Dr. Ortega.

Karen Ciszczon

I had been struggling with getting a hip replacement as well finding the "right" surgeon since early 2014. My trainer had used Dr. Staples 2 years prior and had nothing but rave reviews on his professional mannerisms. The hip issue became worse and I was fighting the deci...

I had been struggling with getting a hip replacement as well finding the "right" surgeon since early 2014. My trainer had used Dr. Staples 2 years prior and had nothing but rave reviews on his professional mannerisms. The hip issue became worse and I was fighting the decision to get the surgery. Having visited other doctors and chiropractors they determined the hip replacement was required. The issue I had with these other doctors were their "matter of fact" attitude. Coming to terms with the surgery I decided to look up Dr. Staples and get one more opinion. He too recognized that hip surgery was the optimal solution but his approach was one where we sat down and discussed options, pre and post surgery. By the time I left in Sept of 2014 I knew that when it came time for surgery I would be using Dr. Staples. I met again in Dec 2014 set up the date and again we conferred and his reassurance of success and recovery with this anterial approach would reflect positive results. I had the Surgery on Monday Jan 5th, 2015 and was back in the gym doing light workouts that following sat Jan 10th... Of course I was not fully loading the leg but trust me I had full range of motion in the leg, yes sore but very functional. I didn't know what to expect never having been through this from a recovery standpoint but without question his surgical skills proved it's worth 100 fold. For me to be back in the gym 5 days after surgery with a full hip replacement is amazing... In anther 2 week it will be 6 weeks and I get the thumbs up from the Doc to continue my full past workout regiment with what I am sure slight modifications to work with the revised hip.. Would I recommend Dr. Staples without question.

Jim Plueger

I have a history with accidents. I blew up my car on my 19th birthday; I had my first motorcycle accident on my 20th birthday, and I spent my 21st birthday last year in the ICU. I really don’t remember what happened. They told me I was going through an intersection in the West Valley when a wh...

I have a history with accidents. I blew up my car on my 19th birthday; I had my first motorcycle accident on my 20th birthday, and I spent my 21st birthday last year in the ICU. I really don’t remember what happened. They told me I was going through an intersection in the West Valley when a white pickup truck turned right in front of me. I must have seen it and tried to brake; police said there was a 40 foot skid mark behind my bike. My bike and my helmet were trashed. Dr. Prokuski was able to repair my shattered pelvis, fractured right femur, a cracked bone in my ankle and three broken foot bones. Thank you for everything Dr. Prokuski.

Sean Moore

So thankful for Dr. Brian Miller! After 5 hip scopes - I finally had a surgeon actually listen to me and did a full replacement! I don't remember feeling this good in a very VERY long time! I'm truly thankful!!!

Vickie Schar

Dr. Fishler is the best. He is my miracle worker, thank you Dr. Fishler.

Kristy Forward

Thank you for the excellent work on my ankle Dr. Miller!! Never thought I'd be walking this well again!

Sue Malloy

Dr. Gilbert Ortega and Ruben Ramirez are the best!

Ana Marie-Cancel

In 2014 at the age of 79, I began feeling a severe pain in my left groin and a bit of difficulty putting on my left sock and shoe. I realized what was happening because I had a hip replacement in 2004 on my right side and had experienced the same symptoms. I had heard tha...

In 2014 at the age of 79, I began feeling a severe pain in my left groin and a bit of difficulty putting on my left sock and shoe. I realized what was happening because I had a hip replacement in 2004 on my right side and had experienced the same symptoms. I had heard that there was now a new procedure being used so my husband and I attended a seminar given by Dr. Miller in November. He explained how special training required by the surgeon for this procedure and the advantages over the older method. As soon as I heard that the muscles would not be cut, but be stretched during the operation, I listened very intently. After the 2004 operation, it was necessary to not bend beyond a 90 degree angle, not cross your legs or ankles, and to be careful when picking things up from the floor that you watched the angle. These restrictions were not earth shattering, but they were a pain to always keep in mind. None of these restrictions applied to the new procedure. Dr. Miller appeared very knowledgeable, professional, and enthusiastic about this procedure. The pain in my groin and the stiffness increased so in January of 2015, I consulted him and had the operation on March 11, 2015, at Thompson Peak Hospital at 7:30 A.M. By early afternoon I was walking with the aid of a physical therapist and was dismissed from the hospital the following morning. I left the hospital with a pain prescription which I never used. Instead of administering shots to ward off blood clots, I took an aspirin in the morning and one at night. I used a walker for about a week, and a cane for a couple more weeks. I started physical therapy on the 20th and completed four weeks when the therapist said I should just continue on my own. I was extremely pleased with my 2015 hip replacement procedure, the doctor, the hospital and the physical therapist at Foothills Sports Medicine and Rehab Grayhawk.

Doris Huber

My left leg was caught in an excavator and later had to be amputated. My experience with Dr. Fishler and his staff, before and after the surgery, was outstanding! I would recommend Dr. Fishler to anyone.

Paul Haumont

I have my life back again! I had really bad arthritis in my right hip. After surgery I can walk without pain and continue working with preschool children. When the pain of walking interfered with my job I knew it was time to consult with a physician. The pain got so bad t...

I have my life back again! I had really bad arthritis in my right hip. After surgery I can walk without pain and continue working with preschool children. When the pain of walking interfered with my job I knew it was time to consult with a physician. The pain got so bad that if I wanted something on a table and I was sitting 5 feet away, I actually debated whether getting up and walking to get it was worth the pain. I heard about Dr. Miller through a newspaper ad regarding an informational talk he was giving at Scottsdale healthcare Thompson Peak. I went to the talk and immediately knew he was the doctor I wanted to see. All the care, surgery and follow-up was wonderful. I am more grateful in life, and appreciate everything it has to offer. Dr. Miller is positive and very informative about all aspects of my care. Very willing to answer questions, even though he probably has been asked the same questions a million times by other patients. He also has a very comforting smile! I would absolutely recommend this procedure to anyone experiencing similar pain as I did. I have told many friends and family about my procedure. Also, about how the recovery with using the Anterior approach was remarkably shorter with older ones. We don’t have to live with pain!

Cynthia Stevens

I love coming here! Everyone is just awesome! Outstanding customer service and ease to schedule appointment. Reception desk was very courteous. The medical staff was outstanding. Dr. Fishler was attentive and thorough to me throughout the whole process.

John Huntsman

I was in a motorcycle accident. I own a construction company and it has really hindered my everyday activities. My experience with Dr. Fishler was great during everything. The biggest benefit to date is seeing and feeling my progress since surgery. Overall Dr. Fishler and...

I was in a motorcycle accident. I own a construction company and it has really hindered my everyday activities. My experience with Dr. Fishler was great during everything. The biggest benefit to date is seeing and feeling my progress since surgery. Overall Dr. Fishler and his staff was very knowledgeable and caring.

Jay Nees

Dr. Billhymer repaired a tri-mal fracture i suffered on my right ankle and got me back to hiking!! I fell on a sledding hill in Pinetop, AZ and was immediately taken to Summit Healthcare ER in Show Low, AZ. My daughter contacted a friend for a referral and was directed to...

Dr. Billhymer repaired a tri-mal fracture i suffered on my right ankle and got me back to hiking!! I fell on a sledding hill in Pinetop, AZ and was immediately taken to Summit Healthcare ER in Show Low, AZ. My daughter contacted a friend for a referral and was directed to Dr. Billhymer. We were able to arrange an appointment the next day. Fortunately, I was able to get the procedure done in a very timely manner!! Surgery went well, just as explained by Dr. Billhymer. It seemed as though it went quickly as best as I can remember. I was in a bit of a fog that evening. The surgery certainly slowed me down from my usual life's pace. I was unable to walk on the foot for a few weeks and was consumed with the healing and physical therapy but now 3 months later, life is back to normal. I could not have found a more wonderful doctor and staff. Everyone was kind, courteous, thorough, helpful, professional, friendly and fun!! I highly recommend Dr. Billhymer and his staff.

Deeann Anderson

I was in a horrible accident that left me with a grade 3B open left tibia and skin graft. I almost lost my left but Dr. Billhymer and his staff were able to save it. I was air lifted from Lake Havasu City, AZ to the trauma center and was in a coma for 2 weeks. I was in an...

I was in a horrible accident that left me with a grade 3B open left tibia and skin graft. I almost lost my left but Dr. Billhymer and his staff were able to save it. I was air lifted from Lake Havasu City, AZ to the trauma center and was in a coma for 2 weeks. I was in and out of surgery due to the amazing staff that operated on me from September 22, 2014 through March 3, 2015. It has been 7 months now and I can put full body weight on my foot. Dr. Billhymer and Sarah Decker, his physician assistant, were great. They would explain everything I asked in great detail. And Rena, his medical assistant, always went out of her way to help me. My experience with the staff at Sonoran Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeons and Dr. Billhymer was great! The office personnel was always helpful and overall great people. I would highly recommend them.

James McDermott

I crushed my arm while working for the City. I was worried my experience was going to be very stressful but was comfortable with Dr. Ortega and his team. Dr. Ortega and his office staff were excellent! Dr. Ortega shows much patience and compassion with all of his patients...

I crushed my arm while working for the City. I was worried my experience was going to be very stressful but was comfortable with Dr. Ortega and his team. Dr. Ortega and his office staff were excellent! Dr. Ortega shows much patience and compassion with all of his patients. We are very fortunate to have him as our doctor. If you are in an emergency situation, I would highly recommend Dr. Gilbert Ortega.

David Velasquez

I want to thank Dr. Michael Billhymber my Orthopedic Surgeon Sonoran Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeons, PLLC for all his fine expertise and professionalism. Dr. Billhymer also takes the time to explain all aspects to me!

Don Stanley

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